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Letter Factory Letter of Appreciation Reason:  Operation Readiness Exercise (ORE) - Individual
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                                                                                                                                                   DATE

MEMORANDUM FOR ### CF/CC

FROM: Capt First Last

SUBJECT: Letter of Appreciation

1. I would like to recognize the ###th Communications Flight personnel for their outstanding
support in ensuring that the Operational Readiness Exercise at Volk Field CRTC, WI. Their
expertise and professionalism reflects greatly on the ###th and US Air Force.

2. The following individual went above and beyond expectations of an individual of his rank.

            SrA First Last

SrA Last not only accomplished his duties in an exemplary fashion, he was singled out by the
Communications Cadre for his efforts during the Communications Flight scenario. The Cadre
conducted a very difficult scenario in which a wounded individual was placed amongst UXOs
during a chemical attack. The Cadre informed me that his response to the situation was the best
they’ve seen in years.

3. The ###th CF personnel that attended the Volk Field Exercise complied with the numerous
Training Center Cadre demands by reaching Communication and requirements without any
consequential delay to service support for our customers.

4. Their willingness and attitude, and the professional manner in which they conducted their
business are greatly appreciated. Please pass on our appreciation to the personnel mentioned for
a job well done.

                                                                  FIRST M. LAST, Capt, USAFR
                                                                  Commander, Communications Unit Commander Center
                                                                  Volk Field CRTC

 

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